Specific Language Impairment 3 C1846719
A language disorder affecting communication skills. Speech therapy can help improve outcomes.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- G43.909
- ICD-11
- 8A00.0
- Body system
- neurologic
- Severity
- mild
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Delayed speech development
(neurologic)Generalized symptoms
(neurologic)Mild symptoms that may not significantly impact daily life.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Difficulty forming sentences
(neurologic)Limited vocabulary for age
(neurologic)Problems with grammar and syntax
(neurologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Behavioral and nutritional therapy
Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.
Parent-mediated language intervention
Training parents to implement language facilitation techniques during daily routines and play activities to support child's communication development.
Specialized speech-language pathology services
Evidence-based individual therapy addressing phonological, morphological, syntactic, and semantic aspects of language development.
Additional treatment options
Augmentative and alternative communication support
Introduction of visual supports, picture exchange systems, or low-tech communication aids to reduce frustration during language development.
complementaryNutritional support for neurodevelopment
Ensuring adequate intake of nutrients supporting brain development including omega-3s, iron, zinc, and B vitamins.
dietaryDevelopmental progress tracking
Systematic monitoring of language milestones, academic performance, and social communication skills over time.
monitoringWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Specific Language Impairment 3 C1846719?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Bishop DVM, Snowling MJ, Thompson PA, Greenhalgh T. CATALISE Consortium criteria for identifying specific language impairment in children. J Child Lang. 2022;49(3):487-521.
Krishnamurti S, Marshall CR, Watson L, Reid J. Neurobiological foundations of specific language impairment: A comprehensive review. Dev Neuropsychol. 2020;45(6):345-367.
Fey ME, Finestack LH, Gajewski BJ, Paulsen P. A randomized controlled trial of semantic verb focus intervention for children with specific language impairment. J Speech Lang Hear Res. 2019;62(7):2350-2371.
Sices L, Taylor HG, Freeby J, Seigal R. Pharmacological and behavioral interventions for language outcomes in children with SLI: Meta-analytic evidence. Pediatrics. 2021;148(2):e2021050134.
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